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Smoked salt panna cotta served with berries
Creamy panna cotta with smoked salt and fresh berries

Smoked Salt Panna Cotta

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Vegetarian & Vegan Dishes Cakes and Desserts
This dessert plays with the psychology of flavor. Using smoked salt in a sweet cream might seem odd at first, but think of the success of salted caramel! The smokiness adds depth and 'umami' character to the sweet cream, balanced by the acidity of fresh berries. A true conversation starter.
🕒 Prep Time 15 mins
🍳 Cook Time 5 mins
⌛ Total Time 4 hrs 20 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 360 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Italian (Gourmet Experimental)

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Strainer
  • Glasses or silicone molds

Allergen Information

⚠️ Milk

Instructions

1 ✓

Soak the gelatin sheets in cold water for 5-10 minutes.

Tip: Hydration wakes up the gelatin.
2 ✓

In a saucepan, warm the cream, sugar, scraped vanilla seeds, and the special smoked salt.

Tip: Be careful with smoked salt: start with less, taste, and add more if needed. The goal is a subtle background note, not salty dominance.
3 ✓

When the cream is steaming (approx. 160-175°F), remove from heat and stir in the squeezed-out gelatin.

Tip: High heat can destroy gelatin's setting power, so never boil the mixture once gelatin is added.
4 ✓

Pour into glasses and let cool on the counter, then refrigerate for 4 hours.

Tip: Slow cooling results in a creamier texture.
5 ✓

Serve topped with a mound of fresh blackberries or blueberries.

Tip: The acidity and juiciness of the fruit cleanse the palate from the rich cream.

Recipe FAQ

Where can I find smoked salt?
Look in gourmet food stores or spice shops (e.g., Maldon Smoked Sea Salt). Do not use liquid smoke, as the flavor is too artificial.
What if it's too salty?
Unfortunately, you can't remove the salt. Serve with extra fruit and perhaps a sweet cookie crumble to balance the perception.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Heavy Cream
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 whole Vanilla Bean
  • 3 sheets Gelatin (Silver grade)
  • 1 pinch Smoked Sea Salt (e.g., Maldon)
  • 1 cup Blackberries or Blueberries
  • 1 bunch Fresh Mint Leaves